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La Dolce Vita Residence

Positano beachfront B&B with 5 beach bars and restaurant

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Private beach, beach towels, 5 beach bars
Double or Twin Room | Balcony
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Double or Twin Room with Extra Bed | Living area | LCD TV
Double or Twin Room with Extra Bed | Living area | LCD TV

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurant and 5 beach bars
  • Beach towels
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
Feel at home
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room options

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Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double or Twin Room with Extra Bed | Dining

Double or Twin Room with Extra Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Down duvet
Bidet
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Lanai
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Frette Italian linens
Bidet
  • 22 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Via Fornillo 31, Positano, SA, 84017

What's nearby

  • Spiaggia Grande - 8 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Positano Ferry Landing - 8 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Church of Santa Maria Assunta - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Palazzo Murat - 11 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Positano Town Hall - 13 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Naples Intl. Airport (NAP) - 66 min drive
  • Costa d'Amalfi Airport (QSR) - 124 min drive
  • Meta Station - 20 min drive
  • Piano di Sorrento Station - 20 min drive
  • Vico Equense Seiano Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Collina Bakery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Buca di Bacco SRL - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chez Black - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Casa e Bottega - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪La Zagara - ‬11 min walk

About this property

La Dolce Vita Residence

Situated on the bay, La Dolce Vita Residence is a great choice for a stay in Positano. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the 5 beach bars are nice spots to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English, French, Italian

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 6 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must transfer via required shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
  • There is no front desk at this property
  • Guests must contact the property for check-in information
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • Guests requiring luggage assistance should contact the property in advance.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total)
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Onsite self parking (EUR 18.00 per day)
  • Offsite parking nearby (EUR 20 per day)

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • 5 beach bars
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Snorkeling nearby

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach towels

Facilities

  • Built in 1850
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 10 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 10 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Kitchen/kitchenette use is available for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 15.00 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 30.00 per day
  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Parking

  • Self parking costs EUR 18.00 per day
  • Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 20 per day

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Dolce Vita Residence B&B
Dolce Vita Residence B&B Positano
Dolce Vita Residence Positano
Dolce Vita Resince B&B Posita
La Dolce Vita Positano
La Dolce Vita Residence Positano
La Dolce Vita Residence Bed & breakfast
La Dolce Vita Residence Bed & breakfast Positano

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at La Dolce Vita Residence?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total.
Is parking offered on site at La Dolce Vita Residence?
Yes. Self parking costs EUR 18.00 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at La Dolce Vita Residence?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at La Dolce Vita Residence and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like snorkeling and windsurfing. Enjoy amenities like 5 beach bars, a private beach, and a picnic area. La Dolce Vita Residence also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near La Dolce Vita Residence?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around La Dolce Vita Residence like?
La Dolce Vita Residence is on Fornillo Beach in Fornillo, a short 8-minute walk from Positano Ferry Landing and 8 minutes' walk from Spiaggia Grande.

La Dolce Vita Residence Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing views steps from the beach
The hotel, in true Positano fashion, is 117 stairs up from the beach. The owner could not be nicer and more friendly. Other reviews mention all the stairs but that is the nature of Positano. If you take a cab to the hotel you will have to go down many steps (with your luggage) to reach it but the views and hospitality to me were well worth it. The owner did arrange for an employer to carry our bags across the beach to the path leading to the main dock upon our departure. This place does not have a front desk or concierge desk but the owner checked us in when we called her at the door and upgraded our room due to several cancellations she had just received due to weather. She, the owner, had great restaurant suggestions and was very helpful and friendly each morning when she came by the room with wonderful in room breakfast each day. So we had breakfast and coffee on our private balcony each morning overlooking the ocean...exactly what I wanted on my trip to Positano. It was not right in the heart of town with restaurant and night noise. Weather permitting, you can leave your balcony doors open and fall asleep to the sound of the waves on the beach.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A really great place to stay.
A great place to stay.. I spent a week designing here and it was compete bliss! Beforehand however I read a review that made a negative comment about the stairs and it almost put me off. This is Positano so if you don't like stairs then best you stay by the main road. If you like a place that makes you feel at home and you like waking up to look at the ocean from you window then this is a great place to stay. The location of this place is incredible, the short walk every morning to the beach makes up for the stairs you have to climb once on the day you leave. The truth is you can access this place from the main beach of Positano so you don't even have to use the stairs and it's 15 euro to have your bags collected. It's not 5 star, but it's not trying to be. It's a residence that feels more like your Aunt's house, where you're given plenty of space and treated like family. In the past 12 month I've spent over 100 nights in hotels and this place really stood out for me.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful Stay
What a wonderful stay! This B&B is located near the Fornillo beach which was fantastic and only a short walk to town. Just be prepared for stairs. The room was spacious and we were lucky enough to have a terrace. The views are breathtaking. The owners are lovely and very helpful! I would call ahead to let them know when you are arriving. The breakfast was also wonderful. We can’t wait to go back!
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8/10 Very Good

Great place!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at La Dolce Vita. It was a clean and comfortable room in a more secluded spot in Positano. Our hosts were great, the breakfast was delicious!
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8/10 Very Good

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10/10 Exceptional

We loved this hotel!
Yes, there was a lot of stairs to climb down to get there, but it's Positano. It's exprected. The owners were very nice and accomidating, allowing us to check in late because our plane was arriving late. The room was comfortable and very nicely decorated. They came in each day to clean while we were relaxing on the beach that was 100 steps away. We loved Dolce Vita and would definately stay there again.
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8/10 Very Good

Great location
This is a simple hotel but it's good for the price the room was very large and had a cute little balcony with a beautiful view over the beach -if you stay at this hotel make sure you take the boat in, otherwise you will have to climb down a million steps. The location is a short, gorgeous, 5 minute winding walk through cliffs to town - much better to stay in this quiet part than with the area loaded with tourists.
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel in beautiful location
Yes there are stairs to reach the hotel but its well worth it once you arrival to the view. Maryse was so welcoming and have us a beer for our efforts!! She even upgraded our room which was lovely to a bigger suite with a balcony. Breakfast was enjoyable on the terrace and it was a short 1 min walk to the beach or 5 mins round to the main town of positano. Very enjoyable and relaxing stay!! Thanks maryse
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Fantastic Views
Amazing beach front water views from the balcony! And getting to the actual beach was only a 2 minute walk which was convenient. Only issue was actually getting to the hotel from the main road and walking down over 5 hundred steps with 2 big luggages was not convenient, but this is expected in positano due to its location. Cleanliness of the room was abit disappointing. Quality of service was not great, our stay would of been amazing if the service was there.Organisation of a porter is difficult and ensure you organise your own transfers to the airport etc as it was difficult to try and organise through the hotel. Overall if you want amazing views then you can sacrifice the quality of service for the beautiful beach front views.
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6/10 Good

Just okay....
We were a family of 3, and visited La Dolce Vita in late July. I had read about this place on TripAdvisor and although it met our needs and we enjoyed ourselves, we felt the couple who run/own the place were standoffish. The breakfast was silly and the lady who made our coffee (the owner) seemed to be inconvenienced by our request for a coffee. When we'd ask for help (example... how to get a water taxi), we were basically ignored. The place is very basic but quite clean, and that's all we were looking for. If that's all you need, this isn't the worst place because it's fairly close to the beach (by Positano standards!). The walk into town isn't too bad, so there's that. I'm not sure I'd recommend this place to a friend though. Spend a couple more $$s and be in town... that's my recommendation. The attitude of the owners took away from the quaintness that perhaps this place could offer.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel, lovely hosts!
Our 2-night stay at La Dolce Vita was the highlight of our week-long holiday in Italy (stairs and all). Maryse and Vincenzo are lovely hosts. Can't wait until we have the opportunity to visit again. The only thing I will change on our next visit is that we will stay more than 2 nights!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Close To The Beach And Town
The hotel is located just above the steps to Fornillo Beach and there is a lovely walk in to the town through beautiful foliage, a waterfall and a gorgeous view of the sea. (Comments regarding the stairs are obviously from visitors whom have never been to Positano! It's part of the intrinsic beauty of the place and makes one feel a little better for any over indulgences! That being said, traveling light to Positano is recommended.) Maryse and Vincenzo were lovely hosts and for those that prefer a more quiet place to return to at the end of the day, this is the prefect location. The bottom floor with 3 rooms is perfect for families or groups of friends traveling together. Great value/ B&B Style. Will definitely return!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location great service
Fantastic
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

nice if you like stairs
My husband and I were staying here for our honeymoon. The lady who runs the place is nice but it is not convenient like a hotel. We had to walk down like 300 stairs to get to the place and when we arrived she was not home. Lucky for us she was just at the beach and came about 15 minutes of us waiting. This location is on the smaller beach about 15 minutes from the main area in positano. No option to take a cab... the veiw from the terrace was amazing and breakfast was good. but you have to walk a lot to get to and from this hotel. its clean. but i would stay at the main beach in positano instead.
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10/10 Exceptional

La Dolce Vita- Heaven on Earth and More!
This hotel was like a little slice of heaven - it was more than we imagined and the host and owner Vincenzo was a kind, generous and interesting man who made us feel as though we were his house guests and friends. The view of the sea from our huge balcony was superb; to go to sleep and to wake up with the sound of the water gently lapping the shore was unbelievably relaxing and romantic. Our bed was very comfortable and the duvet and covers were clean, high quality and very much like what you would find in a home rather than a hotel. The bathrooms were brand new and lovely with the most beautiful deep blue and white ceramic tile from floor to ceiling. Our morning breakfast consisted of a great variety of fruits, cereals, unlimited and fantastic cappuccinos or other specialty coffees, cheeses, breads and fresh croissants.Vincenzo invited us to make ourselves at home and to avail ourselves of snacks wherever we wanted. His generosity and gentle nature were truly genuine and made our stay very, very memorable. We would have just stayed in this paradise if we had not a full itinerary of other places already booked. Positano and all of Italy is a place of stairs and walking up and down hill- the many stairs became a source of inspiration as we daily felt more and more in shape. We were amazed that Vincenzo could carry our heavy luggage up and down the stairs so we never had to worry about this aspect. A little slice of heaven which you will most certainly fall in love with.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent!
It was the best! Rooms are extremely clean and large, and the view is astonishing. The hotel is located in a very quiet location, just steps away from the beach. The owners are nice and helpful. Overall, it is the best choice if you want to enjoy your stay in Positano. Next year, we'll come back :)
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2/10 Poor

don.t waste your time here...
When we booked the room, we weren.t aware of the over 400 stairs we had to go down... And then to leave the small hotel to eat or see anything... U either went down 150+ stairs or back up the 400+ ones... Certainly not worth it.... Staff not friendly...
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great location, exceptional view, a few stairs tho
This hotel is in an absolutely fabulous location with an amazing view and only a few short steps to the beach (go to Da Ferdinando). The owners are exceptionally friendly as well. We booked late and got the last room which was not quite on par with the rest, but still nice. We saw the other rooms and they are all quite nice with amazing views as well. Breakfast was nice and the outdoor breakfast area was a great way to start the day. The hotel is a bit of a hike to reach, but they have a porter if you arrive before 6 PM. All in all, it is about 300+ steps down to the hotel. Only a problem if you cannot handle that kind of walk down, as the walk into town is pretty much along the beach and very simple. All in all, a nice, small hotel that is lovely for a few days in Positano.
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10/10 Exceptional

Positano Gem
Great hotel with a sea view right on the beach but keep in mind you have to walk about 500 steps up and down from and to nearest parking.
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

호텔스닷컴의 일처리에 대한 의문
지금 이 의견은 호텔스닷컴에 대한 불만사항이고 딱히 쓸 공간이 없어 여기에 씁니다. 저는 이번에 호텔스닷컴에서 예약하여 여름휴가로 이탈리아 포지타노에 있는 라돌체비타로 숙박을 하러 갔습니다. 분명히 사이트에는 예약 후 재확인할 필요가 없고 체크인은 자정 이전에만 하면 된다고 되어있음에도 불구하고 주인아주머니(호텔인 줄 알았는데 B&B같은 곳이더라고요)는 제가 예약한 것 조차 모르고 있었습니다. 대체 어떻게 호텔주인에게 연락이 가는지 모르겠지만 처음엔 전혀 모르는 눈치이다가 제가 출력해간 예약확인증을 들이밀자 저희가 늦게 도착해서 방을 팔았다는 식으로 얘기하더라구요. 저희가 9시에 도착을 했는데 저녁 6시까지 안와서 안오는 줄 알고 팔았다고 하는데. 이건 말도 안된다고 생각합니다. 여행에서 돌아와 사이트를 살펴보니 저녁6시까지 체크인이라는 말은 전혀 없었고 오히려 FAQ에서 "자정까지"란 얘기만 발견했습니다. 저희는 그 밤에 몹시 피곤한 상태에서, 무거운 캐리어 끌고 무수히 많은 계단을 올라가 너무나 힘들었는데 방조차 없어 매우 난감했습니다. 주인아주머니가 결국엔 아는 사람에게 전화를 해서 더 계단을 많이 올라가 비어있는 다른 호텔의 방에 머물게 되었습니다. 저희가 애초에 그 호텔을 예약한 것은 계단이 많은 동네지만 그나마 계단을 조금 올라가는 곳을 찾아서 예약한 것이었는데 결과적으로 엄청나게 힘든 여정이 되었습니다. 결국 밤에 포터를 콜해서 짐을 나르느라 돈도 더 들었고 방에 들어와 쉰것은 11시가 다 되어서였습니다. 이런 사태까지 오게 한 데에는 호텔스닷컴의 예약 확인에 대한 일처리가 부족했기때문이라고 저는 생각합니다. 낯선 동네에서 호텔찾기도 어려운데 막상 갔더니 예약이 안되어있다니요. 저는 이미 선불로 돈도 다 냈는데요. 그러므로 호텔스닷컴에서는 호텔에 제대로 예약을 알리지 않아 매우 고생스러운 여행이 되게 한 것에 대한 책임을 지고 제게 보상해야 한다고 생각합니다. 호텔에 대한 평가는 제가 머물지 못했기때문에 제대로된 평가를 할 수가 없습니다.
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8/10 Very Good

Muy buen!!!
no es un hotel sino q son habitaciones en suit. es una casa y rentan los cuartos. para llegar hay q caminar un poco y subir escaleras pero el lugar es soñado, con vista al mar. ir sin valijas y llegar el ferri no auto. la señora super amable nos dio el desayuno a la hora pactada todo de 10. esta en playa fornillo. la playa con mas gente es la continua playa grande 5 min a pie o una barca te lleva gratis de una playa a la otra.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lo mejor del viaje ,poco pero bueno
Exelente!!! Lo mejor del viaje por el lugar la atención de Marisa un lujo , la cercanía con la playa todo espectacular Cuando uno llega x las escaleras piensa q se muere pero cuando llegas a dolce vita te olvidas de todo y lo disfrutas mucho mas Ya tenemos ganas de volver a este paraíso Muchas gracias por recibirnos y por la atención Marisa ,un canto a la vida
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2/10 Poor

Buena vista y NADA MAS
Mala. Lo peor la dueña del hotel MARISA Parecia que queria que nos vayamos lo mas pronto posible ,encima me quizo cobrar toda la tarifa nuevamente cuando ya se habia pagado. Si quieren mal gastar su dinero esta es la opcion correcta para alojarse.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

hôtel face à la mer, à l'écart de l'agitation
Accès difficile mais pour rejoindre cet hôtel mais par la plage du centre, vous longez un sentier côtier merveilleux.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

ES EL LUGAR IDEAL
Maravillosamente atendidos por Marysa, una persona que te hace sentir realmente bien y en un lugar único. 100% recomendable.-
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